Ahurei Adventures

Marae Stays

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(Video clip translation) “Some of our overseas visitors want to experience a marae stay, and enjoy a cultural exchange with Richard and I.”

Oputao Marae is our cosy family marae based in Ruatahuna. Te Ngawari is the name of the wharenui (meeting house) and it can sleep up to 30 people. In keeping with Maori customary practice sleeping arrangements are in traditional style where everyone sleeps all together on the floor. Mattresses and linen are provided for your comfort.

Whites Campsite

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Our campsite at Parahaki also known as White’s Clearing, is close to the river and has basic toilet facilities. Cost: $15 per tent site per night for up to two people. Additional campers $5 per person.

Whites Cabin

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Our private cabin at Parahaki (also known as Whites Clearing) provides comfortable accommodation in this very remote and unique place. It can sleep up to 8 people with 6 bunks & a double bed. It has great cooking facilities, a flush toilet and heating by fire. The perfect oasis after a long hike or hunt, or a long day in the saddle!

Riding a Horse

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There are certain do’s and don’ts when it comes to riding a horse. We can save some time here by going through some of the basics of riding a horse.

Tip 1 – Always mount and dismount from the left side of the horse.

Tip 2 – When crossing the river, let the horse take the lead, loosen the lead a bit.

Richards Horse Trek Tips

admin — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 05:31:26 +0000

Here are some tips if you have never been on a horse before. These are some of the things that you might find helpful before and during on some of our horse treks. (1) Always mount and dismount the horse from left hand side. (2) When crossing a river, always allow the horse his own lead.

Ahurei Horse Trek Rides

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The treks that we offer take you on a journey of 1, 2 or 3 day rides. You will ride through dense bush and across valleys of spectacular views. Our horses are mild mannered, easy to handle, and have been bred and reared for the territory.

Our most popular horse trek has been the 2 day ride down the Waiau Valley, following the river. An overnight stay is essential. The Waiau Hut, Department of Conservation provides basic accommodation. Food and gear is carried in by pack horse.

This adventure is best shared with family or friends. We recommend parties no larger than 5 riders. See Rates on the Home page for prices.

Fishing for your dinner

admin — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 02:33:31 +0000

There’s nothing like catching your own dinner, throwing it over some hot embers and stones with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of salt! You can even wrap a spud in a foil and cook it in the hot ashes! Yum! Whether you are a novice or experienced fisherman you will thoroughly enjoy fishing along the Waiau River with your guide Richard White, who has many secrets to share about your catch of the day!

Lake Waikaremoana

admin — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 12:05:02 +0000

Lake Waikaremoana was formed 2200 years ago by a huge landslide, which blocked a narrow gorge along the Waikaretaheke River. Water backed up behind the landslide to form the lake, which is 248 metres deep in parts. Resembling a fiord, Lake Waikaremoana is the focal point for activities in the Te Urewera National Park and is much loved by hikers, fishermen and hunters. The Waikaremoana Track is one of New Zealand’s ‘Great Walks’. Here is a link to a detailed map of the Te Urewera.

Richard’s Fishing Tips

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Here in Te Urewera are some of the best fishing spots around Lake Waikaremoana. And Richard is more than happy to share some of his tips of fishing for your dinner here in Te Urewera.

Tramps in Te Urewera

admin — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 10:13:10 +0000

The closest anyone will come to paradise is a tramp through one of Te Urewera’s most peaceful tranquil walk tracks down the Waiau Valley. Ahurei Adventures offers guided walks for 1,2, or 3 days. Your lead guide will be Richard White, who can share local history and legends with you, pointing out significant landmarks, or simply join you in enjoying the peaceful concophony of bird song and the flowing river.

You will be wowed by the sheer rugged beauty of the mountainous ranges which flank the Waiau river all the way to your hut. There are over 90 river crossings on this walk so be prepared to get your feet wet!

Many trampers have caught a glimpse of the whio or blue duck, one of New Zealand’s endangered birds. Here in the Waiau Valley the whio continues to thrive. Many trampers come to witness first hand the majesty of Nga Tamariki a Tane (Children of Tane – god of the forests) or the Podocarp family. Some of the common ones are the Rimu, Totara, Tawa, Maire, Kahikatea, and Rata. Some 100′s years old, and some 1,000′s years old.

We recommend you enjoy your tramping adventure with family or friends, and bring a great camera to capture this once in a life time experience!